• What is Hartford known for?
    • Hartford is the capital of Connecticut, home to beautiful parks, a choice of unique museums, attractions, performing arts, and restaurants.
  • What are some things to do in Hartford?
    • See the stunning Connecticut State Capitol, visit the Wadsworth Atheneum (one of the oldest art museums in the U.S.), and stroll through the Rose Garden in Elizabeth Park on your weekend getaway in Connecticut.

1. Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
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2. Elizabeth Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Elizabeth Park
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3. Connecticut State Capitol

Connecticut State Capitol
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4. Connecticut Science Center

Connecticut Science Center
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5. The Mark Twain House & Museum

The Mark Twain House & Museum
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6. Bushnell Park

Bushnell Park
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7. The Bushnell Performing Arts Center

The Bushnell Performing Arts Center
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8. Museum of Connecticut History

Museum of Connecticut History
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9. Connecticut Historical Society

Connecticut Historical Society
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10. TheaterWorks

TheaterWorks
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11. Hartford Stage

Hartford Stage
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12. City Steam Brewery

City Steam Brewery
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13. Butler-McCook House & Garden

Butler-McCook House & Garden
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14. Old State House

Old State House
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15. Bear's Smokehouse

Bear's Smokehouse
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16. Harriet Beecher Stowe Center

Harriet Beecher Stowe Center
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17. Isham-Terry House

Isham-Terry House
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18. Trumbull Kitchen

Trumbull Kitchen
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19. Charter Oak Landing

Charter Oak Landing
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20. Salute

Salute
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